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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1925
Page
4
The Evening Star notes Senator Byrd’s proposal for government inquiry into oil prices and profits. It argues public concerns over a near seven cent rise per gallon despite record production, urging investigation and possible corrective action to curb alleged price gouging.
The Winchester Star and News and Observer discuss a state treasury shortfall now pegged at 9.5 million dollars. They note funds needed for dependents care and highway construction, with 65 million in bonds issued and potential new taxes to cover interest and sinking funds. Localities have issued bonds as well to support road work.
Winchester Independent reports the death of Mrs Holmes Conrad, praised as a noble, compassionate figure whose life embodied faith, selflessness, and devotion to family. The obituary highlights her serene spirit, unshaken faith, and sacrifices for others, noting the impact of her loss on relatives and friends.
A brief obituary note honors a woman whose life was defined by faith and charity. It states she has died, passed from earthly scenes, and now kneels before her Maker, crowned with glory in the heavenly realm.
Handley High previews a robust 1925 athletic program with standout scorers and a deep roster. James B. Yates guides a championship baseball lineage, and Sargeant and Hockman headline a strong battery. Track debuts at Winchester with a comprehensive schedule and a top-tier campus facility. Girls athletics expand with a new basketball team coached by Mary Katherine Aulick and a slate of upcoming games.
Rural humor tale from Ellis Parker Butler presented Sunday at the Empire Theatre and Reformed Church. Screenings at 3:30 and 9 p m at the theatre and 7:30 p m at the church, with calls for more attendees to avoid crowding.
The Rev J F Morgan will preach On Becoming a Member of the Church at 11 a m. His 7 30 p m sermon will be The Security of the Christian. Sunday school starts 9 45 a m with classes for all ages. The Young People’s Society meets 6 45 p m led by Mrs R A Larrick on The Friendliness of Jesus. The church extends a cordial welcome.
Public worship at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. with Bible School at 9 45. B Y P A led by Miss Ida McCarty at 6 30. Royal Ambassadors meet 3 p m. Rev H P Hoskins preaches at 11 on The Voice of One Crying in the Wilderness and opens a four sermon series from the Prodigal Son at 7 30 p.m. The sermons, praised in evangelistic meetings, aim to unite listeners and draw new participants.
The Rev W G Winton, pastor, lists Sunday February 15 services across White Post Circuit. Boyce Sunday school 10 am preaching 11 am Epworth League 630 pm. Millwood Sunday school 10 am preaching 3 pm followed by church conference. White Post Sunday school 10 am preaching 730 pm followed by church conference.
Funeral services for William Taylor Perry, longtime Frederick county resident, were held at Lamps Memorial Church conducted by Rev. J. C. Hooks. The body lay in state at Mount Hebron Cemetery for interment after a large gathering of friends. Perry, a Civil War Confederate veteran, died at his Lamps home after illness, survived by two daughters Mrs. E. S. Orndorff of Star Tannery and Mrs. C. L. Lockhart of Winchester.
John I Brown Jr of Kent Street and Penn State Normal Schools earns notice beyond athletics as part of a three man musical trio with Joseph Yanichink and Robbie Acharytone. They headline Kiwanis Rotary and Masonic banquets and were broadcast by Monroe County radio on February 6. Evangelist Morton Harlee preached at the new 175000 dollar Methodist Episcopal Church to a 2000 seat audience with over 50 converts pledging support in a Sunday service. Harlee spoke on A Theoretical Christ vs a Personal Savior from Job 22 21.
Psychologists warn on excessive caution as Friday the Thirteenth arrives while city safety officers urge strict attention to rules to counter superstitions. Readers debate hoodoo, with habits like crossing fingers, salt over the shoulder, or avoiding travel after a black cat sighting. No holiday closures or special observances noted.
Grafted stock offered at 18.50 per thousand for spring planting includes peach and shade varieties. Also providing pruning spraying and planting services with 22 years of experience. Contact for shrubs like roses and other plants.
An article notes that estimates say Friday the Thirteenth has not seen more fatalities than other days. Statisticians advise superstitious people to dismiss their worry and consider ordinary risk factors.
Coleman Michigan February 13 Victor Badgely 28 confessed to stabbing eleven year old Gueritte Todd on her way home from school with a pen knife. Sheriff Thomas Bailey said the assailant admitted after an attempted assault fearing she would tell her parents. Badgely is married with no children.
The Winchester Gas Co offers a home service in February where a veteran stoker will tend coke fired furnaces, take ashes, adjust fires, and maintain steady heat. Customers sign at the gas office. no service charge, only fuel costs. This experiment promotes coke as economical and efficient domestic fuel.
Rescuers probe a tunnel near Sand Cave in Kentucky as timbering and piling prepare to stabilize the shaft for entry. In a separate report from Logan, West Virginia, Robinson, a Negro miner, is rescued after nine days trapped in the Low Ash coal mine without food, found semi conscious after his carbide lamp fell into water.
The Rev S R Latdwig pastor of Winchester rural charge United Brethren Church lists services for Sunday February 15 Mount Olive Sunday school 9 45 a m sermon by pastor 10 45 a m Mount Pleasant sermon 2 30 p m Pleasant Valley Sunday school 10 a m Christian Endeavor Society 7 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30 p m Fairview Sunday school 2 p m Christian Endeavor Society 7 p m
Trading in the general stock market slowed amid active fluctuations in high priced industrials. Rallying tendencies persisted in the broader list despite Southern Pacific directors failing to raise regular dividends. Call money revived at 3 percent.
Frank Spurr, a Washington meat cutter long employed by the Friendship Fire News, along with two sisters Mrs. Lillian Brown and Miss Elouise Spurr, were residents of Washington. The incident occurred this afternoon during a fire that claimed his life. Further details unclear from the fragmentary text.
Auction of a 101 acre farm with improvements along Opequon Creek near Winchester, known as the John Boyd property. Trustee offers the land at public sale March 14 1925 at 12 noon in front of the house in the city of st Va. Terms: one third cash day of sale, balance in two equal installments due in one and two years with bonds and deed of trust and fire insurance on buildings.
In a terse notice, a number string and a brief cue reference indicate a cryptic item likely tied to a local entertainment listing. Phone contact for Boyce 34 appears as the sole actionable detail. The context remains unclear, typical of sparse OCR fragments.
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